All events are free unless otherwise indicated.

COMING UP

"RACE TO SAVE THE PLANET," appearance by Leilani Munter, NASCAR record holder and advocate of sustainable energy, alternative fuel vehicles and "green" race tracks, 6:30-9 p.m. Nov. 17, state Capitol auditorium; 593-0255.

"THE IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON HAWAI'I," presentation by Chip Fletcher, chairperson of the University of Hawai'i-Manoa Department of Geology and Geophysics, to discuss shoreline changes, coastal hazards and reef geology, 11:45 a.m. Nov. 22, Hawai'i State Library, Reading Room, first floor; for ages 12 and older; 586-3535.

MAKIKI FOREST RESTORATION PROJECT, volunteers needed to weed, pick up branches, plant, water and fertilize native plants as part of Makiki Watershed Awareness Initiative forest restoration project; 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 22; meet at Makiki Forestry Baseyard, above Hawai'i Nature Center; 973-9782.

HALEAKALA NATIVE FOREST PLANTING, organized by The Maui Dryland Forest Restoration Group; Nov. 22; hiking boots required; bring rain gear, 2 liters of water, lunch, sunscreen, hat; for details, times, exact location, 808-573-8989; registration: auwahi@yahoo.com; information, www.lhwrp.org.

"ECOSTYLE HAWAI'I," exposition and fashion show, including organic skincare products, green-inspired jewelry, bags and accessories made of recycled ship sails, reclaimed teak furniture, "reclaimed" vintage aloha wear made into contemporary clothing and "eco-couture" wedding gowns; 5-9 p.m. (7 p.m. fashion show) Nov. 22, Pacific Home; 596-9338, www.pacific-home.com.

SIERRA CLUB SANDY BEACH CLEANUP, of roadside and coastal areas, 8:30-10:30 a.m. Nov. 23, from Sandy Beach bathroom, eastern side; bring water, hat, closed-toed shoes, sunscreen; waiver needed for those under 18; Deborah Blair, 955-4168.

"GARDEN GREEN HOUR," outdoor green activities for families, 2:303:30 p.m. Wednesdays, through Dec. 10, Wahiawa Botanical Garden; 621-5463.

BE A GREENIE

FREE GARDEN MULCH, available 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturdays, Halawa Xeriscape Garden; self-service, bring containers and shovel; 748-5041, www.boardofwatersupply.com.

WAIMEA VALLEY GREETER: Volunteers needed one day a week for 2 1/2 hours; 638-7733.

WEED AND POT CLUB: Maui Nui Botanical Garden's Weed & Pot Club meets 8:30-10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, 150 Kanaloa Ave., Kahului, Maui, to do beautification and maintenance work; tools, gloves, drinking water provided; wear shoes; 249-2798.

NATIONAL GARDEN HELP: Protect rare plants and ecosystems by volunteering at National Tropical Botanical Garden, Kaua'i; help needed in administration, conservation, education, development and more; 808-332-7324, ext. 228; volunteer@ntbg.org.

Niaulani nature walk, guided tour through an old-growth forest; 9:30 a.m. Mondays; from Volcano Art Center, Niaulani campus, Volcano Village, Big Island; 808-967-8222, www.volcanoartcenter.org.

Niaulani Forest WorkDay: Volunteer to preserve the beauty and diversity of the rainforest; 9 a.m.-noon, third Sunday of each month; Volcano Art Center, Niaulani campus, Volcano Village, Big Island; 808-967-8222.

TUESDAYS AT KANAHA, weekly beach cleanup and plant maintenance, coordinated by Community Pride at Kanaha Beach Park, Maui, 8-10 a.m. Tuesdays, at the park; Valerie Vines Magee, 808-264-1454.

MAKIKI FOREST RESTORATION PROJECT, volunteers needed to weed; pick up branches; and plant, water and fertilize native plants as part of Makiki Watershed Awareness Initiative forest restoration project. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., fourth Saturday of each month; 973-9782.

Send announcements, with contact name and phone number, to: For the Environment, Island Life, The Advertiser, P.O. Box 3110, Honolulu, HI 96802; or islandlife@honoluluadvertiser.com, with "For the Environment" in the subject line. Deadline is 10 days before the event.